Author Archives: Ray Boas

SHUNPIKING IN VERMONT – 4, 5 and 6 SEPTEMBER 2013

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Ray Boas

Yes, I know, I am late getting this post to you.  But remember I write for my own memory sake, but also to share.  The difference here, and advantage to you, is now I may not be so verbose, maybe.  … Continue reading →

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BACK TO PLYMOUTH NOTCH, VERMONT – 7 September 2013

Posted on September 7, 2013 by Ray Boas

By now, if you follow my blogs (and you had better be) you should know that I cannot get enough of Plymouth Notch, Vermont, the home of our 30th President, Calvin Coolidge, and considered one of the best preserved Presidential … Continue reading →

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HUBBARDTON BATTLEFIELD, VERMONT and other EXPLORATIONS – Saturday 24 AUGUST 2013

Posted on August 24, 2013 by Ray Boas

I had no plans for today, I had planned it that way!!!  But, last evening I read Wednesday’s  weekly The Vermont Journal/The Shopper newspaper.  A headline caught my eye. “Military Road Car Tour at Hubbardton Battlefield Aug. 24th”.  I told … Continue reading →

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Edith Wharton’s THE MOUNT and THE RED LION INN – 13-15 August 2013

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Ray Boas

About a month ago Mimsy (whom I have known since before kindergarten) emailed and said, “I will be crossing Massachusetts in August, and it would be fun to meet and catch up.”  I offered some ideas of places to meet, … Continue reading →

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TOO MUCH FUN – 11 AUGUST 2013

Posted on August 11, 2013 by Ray Boas

Well, I must admit, the past 8 days have been some of the busiest, most social, and most fun days of my life these past 5 years, and at a minimum I must share today’s adventure – something that can … Continue reading →

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SANTA’S LAND, PUTNEY, VERMONT – 29 JULY 2013 and Updates

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Ray Boas

SANTA’S LAND USA – 2020 Covid Hours and Details Open Every Sat. & Sun until the last weekend before Christmas! 10:00am – 4:00pm As usual, masks and social distancing is required at all times. The new VT regulations are for … Continue reading →

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22 MPH in BLUE BELLE – 127 Miles in 5 ¾ Hours – But of course we had stops on 21 July 2013

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Ray Boas

I marvel at the fact that I have so many routes close to home to explore and re-explore in Vermont and New Hampshire.  I just never tire of shunpiking, especially on a day as today was!  Alright, get your Vermont … Continue reading →

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RAY’S FIRST HARVEST – 16 July 2013

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Ray Boas

And, much, much more on the way.  Fortunately I enjoy sauteed Squash, Zucchini, Onions, and whatever else is on hand along with alittle Salsa.  On the lunch menu now for weeks! Too much fun, but what is really enjoyable is … Continue reading →

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NINE HOUR EXPLORATION – 14 July 2013

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Ray Boas

Early last week friend Becky suggested we go to Brimfield on the 11th.  “Great,” I said, “never made it there, and I am searching for a chaise/cot/seating for my porch.”  We headed there sadly, but wisely (to get there) on … Continue reading →

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BORN ON THE 4th of JULY 1872

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Ray Boas

was Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States in Plymouth Notch, Vermont.  In following my travels, by now you know that Plymouth Notch is one of my favorite drives, just but an hour and a century away. Yesterday … Continue reading →

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